Yuma honors fallen officers at 48th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Service
Hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police Yuma Lodge #24, the 48th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Service took place outside the Yuma Police Department.
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Senator Ruben Gallego hosts press call for his plan on border security and immigration reform
U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego from Arizona broke down his new border plan looking to ensure border safety.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection details tougher penalties for illegal crossings
The message from Border Patrol is clear: Illegal entry doesn’t just lead to deportation. It could mean jail time and daily fines. Officials say the legal way is the only secure way to enter the U.S.
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Yuma leaders ask local businesses to share what they need
The City of Yuma, the Yuma County Chamber of Commerce, and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Arizona Western College (AWC) have teamed up to launch a survey aimed at hearing directly from business owners.
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Suspect arrested in El Centro for assault with a deadly weapon
A man was arrested in El Centro after hitting someone with a blunt object, according to a social media post from El Centro Police Department (ECPD).
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Parrots, chickens found being smuggled at Otay Mesa Port of Entry
Officers found a group of animals suspected of being smuggled at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
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Mexicali traffic chief removed for alleged acts of corruption
The municipal government’s director, Julián Leyzaola, revealed that a traffic chief had to be removed after allegedly charging officers up to 3,000 pesos for “sodas.”
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Nice and seasonable weather continues for the rest of the week
We have seasonable temperatures and light winds for now. I am tracking another round of winds and a quick cooldown for the weekend.
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FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Temps staying steady as winds increase
Temperatures will remain in the low 90’s throughout the area as winds also begin to pick back up
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Investigan presunto cobro de jefe de policía en Mexicali
De comprobarse dichos hechos, este seria el principal acto de corrupción detectado en la corporación durante la actual administración municipal.
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Best public high schools in the San Diego metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best public high schools in San Diego using data from Niche.
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K9 Ops Foundation presents gift packs to honor local law enforcement canine partners
The K9 Ops Foundation presented gift packs for the dogs of law enforcement canine partners from multiple agencies around Yuma County on Thursday. They say it’s important to recognize and thank our officers.
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Meet the Yuma County 2025 high school teacher of the year
Cibola High School teacher Jonica Flores was named Yuma County’s 2025 “High School Teacher of the Year” by the Education Foundation of Yuma County. Flores has been teaching in the district for a decade.
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Arrest made in connection to shooting on Arizona Avenue
A man was arrested who was connected to a shooting in the area of Arizona Avenue, according to Yuma Police Department (YPD).
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Best public high schools in the Phoenix metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best public high schools in Phoenix using data from Niche.
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AI for travel planning 101: Your hack to smarter vacations
Way.com takes a look at how artificial intelligence can be used for travel planning.
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From bright lights to backyards: Ex-pro and college athletes embrace private coaching
Athletes Untapped reveals that as more ex-athletes seek out meaningful second careers and families look for fresh approaches to training, the future of sports coaching is shaping up to be deeply personal—and increasingly decentralized.
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What is a virtual credit card and how does it work?
Ramp says that as a business, there are several scenarios when you might prefer to use a virtual credit card, and these include better vendor management, automated accounts payable and more secure transactions.
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The best burger in America, according to a health expert
Hims research determined which fast food burgers have the healthiest nutritional content and which ones to save for a special splurge.
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Social Security Disability rules after age 55
Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer outlines how you could qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits if you can no longer work and are 55 or older.
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